Thanks for the advice. As to the use of "we", I perhaps cannot properly explain why that was used. I like the way "one" reads, and agree with you there, but in the context of this article it would not work. However, neither does the writer want to use "I" exclusively as that does not include the reader. "I did this...I did that." In cases where the behavior of the reader is what needs to be changed to affect success in their life, using "we" works best to make him/her realize that success is not exclusive tot he author of the article, but includes them, the reader. Sorry, if I cannot give a better explanation than that. In any case, I do like the use of "I" specific to the sentences I have quoted, but was not sure if grammatically I could use it.

That's another good style for personal communication, but again it will depend on the overall style and context of the total work. Changing to second person might necessitate rewriting a good chunk of the entire work into second person, too.

Stargzer wrote:That's another good style for personal communication, but again it will depend on the overall style and context of the total work. Changing to second person might necessitate rewriting a good chunk of the entire work into second person, too.

This being the thing we most want to avoid.

Here is another example of this problem in the text:

"Today, God has wonderful plans for all His children. Through His Word, we envision abundant blessings and a glorious future....But, here is a thought provoking question. When can we expect God's goodness? If I am sick, I don't want to continue in pain until tomorrow...I covet God's abundant supply now, before my bills are due. What can we expect from our God today?"

Here, you again see the switch from "we" to "I". If the author strictly says, "I" does that sound too impersonal and exclude the reader? Can we go from plural to singular in this manner?